Different Types of Bitumen, their Properties and Uses
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
There are different types of bitumen available with different properties, specifications and uses based on requirements of consuming industry. Read.
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Rice Husk Ash in Concrete -Properties, Advantages and Uses in Construction
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Rice husk ash is used in concrete construction as an alternative of cement. The types, properties, advantages and uses of rice husk in construction.
Construction Project Manager Infographic
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
This construction project manager infographic shows, that construction projects vary, depending on whether they’re commercial, residential, institutional, agricultural, industrial or heavy civil projects. However, all great CM’s the same important qualities. The construction project manager infographic. CMs can be responsible for as many as 120 tasks, ranging from planning, to execution, to monitoring, to control and closure.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.
Tunnel Engineering -Features, Advantages and Methods of Tunneling in Construction
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Tunnels are underground constructions used for transportations. The features, advantages, disadvantage and methods of tunneling in construction is.
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Intel To Complete Arizona Factory, Investing $7 Billion More
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Intel Corporation announced yesterday plans to invest more than $7 billion to complete the buildout of Fab 42, a high-volume factory in Chandler, Ariz. It will produce microprocessors to power data centers and hundreds of millions of smart and connected devices worldwide. The announcement was made by President Donald Trump and Intel CEO Brian Krzanich at the White House.
Abandoned WWII-era military village to become 'commune for the 21st century'
BD+C
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Patrick Henry Village was a U.S. Army installation that first opened in 1947 in Heidelberg, Germany. Before it eventually closed, the village offered its residents housing, schools, dining facilities, a bowling alley, a movie theater, baseball fields, and public services such as a library, a dentist, and a post office. On Sept. 6, 2013, the village closed.
Construction Junkie blog: An effective and comprehensive industry overview
Construction Marketing Ideas
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
The Construction Junkie blog takes on a big challenge — the overall construction industry — and assembles and reports on an incredible diversity of topics, worldwide. This makes it a useful overview tool; we can focus our day-to-day lives within our own specialities and communities (wise to do, of course), while catching a quick glimpse […].
First Modern Wooden Office Building Planned for Chicago
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Houston-based Hines Interests is seeking zoning approval for its new project at 1017 W. Division Street in Chicago. The building would be similar to the seven-story T3 office building finished in 2016 in Minneapolis which was built using engineered wood with each floor separated by a concrete layer. Interior columns are made of glued laminated beams.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.
Australian man's narrow escape from muddy nightmare
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Here’s a tale – an Australian man survived for two hours with literally just his nose and forehead out of a mud pool after his excavator rolled into a dam he was working alongside and trapped him under. Here’s a tale – an Australian man survived for two hours with literally just his nose and forehead out of a mud pool after his excavator rolled into a dam he was working alongside and trapped him under.
Wyoming Officials Speak Up for Rural Infrastructure Funding
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
. . . . The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee convened a hearing on Wednesday to get input from transportation leaders from rural regions as lawmakers and the new administration assemble an infrastructure package. . . “Funding solutions that involve public-private partnerships, as have been discussed by administration officials, may be innovative solutions for crumbling inner cities, but do not work for rural areas,” Chairman John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) said.
Pay-if-Paid Clause Enforcement Controversy Continues
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Last week’s article on “Pay-if-Paid” clauses was one of our most-read construction law articles in recent weeks. Thirteen readers weighed in with their responses, from a simple “Read and understand your contract” to a couple of 200+ word commentaries. In short, from the general contractor’s perspectives, GC’s feel they are not banks on hand to finance the project, and if the owner doesn’t pay them, they shouldn’t pay the contractor.
Type Selector on Ribbon - Oops
Revit OpEd
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
I received quite a few comments on the last post. Most were pointing out that my power's of observation are failing me. It's a feature that has been in the product since at least 2011 according to one insider at Revit. Mea culpa! Qualifies for Dept. of Subtle eh?
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?
Construction Productivity Using a Bobcat
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
This clever contractor uses a Bobcat with breaker attachment to not only cut up a concrete slab, but with no additional special tools, pick up the slab pieces and load them in a special dump truck. This sure beats the old days of a worker with a jackhammer cutting the slab by hand, later breaking it up into smaller pieces, and then using a loader to move the broken pieces.
InSinkErator and This Old House aim to attract young people to skilled trades careers
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Partnership aims to close Skills Gap with the mikeroweWORKS Foundation. InSinkErator will partner with This Old House and its newly launched Generation Next campaign, an initiative to attract young people to the skilled trades. read more.
Construction Blog Highlights
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: Government’s Far-Fetched Application of the FAR Denied by the Board of Contract AppealsPCL Construction Develops and Freely Shares Project Delivery SoftwareNew Details on Apple Spaceship CampusVote for Your Favorite Construction BlogRead more.
NAWIC celebrates Women in Construction Week March 5-11
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) will celebrate Women in Construction (WIC) Week March 5-11, 2017. read more.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.
Intel Investing $7B In Arizona Next-Generation Semiconductor Factory
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Intel’s Fab 42 will target advanced 7 nm technology and will create approximately 3,000 high-tech, high-wage jobs in Arizona. Read Intel Investing $7B In Arizona Next-Generation Semiconductor Factory on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Murphy appoints Tim Barton VP, Industrial Business Development
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Murphy Company has appointed Timothy H. Barton as vice president, industrial business development. read more.
U.S. Companies Show Increased Business Confidence for 2017
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
New Deloitte study finds optimism has increased following the presidential election, yet uncertainty looms over new policies and regulations ahead. Read U.S. Companies Show Increased Business Confidence for 2017 on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Murphy Company appoints Asif Kadiani as Senior Engineer
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Asif Kadiani, P.E., CEM, GBE, LEED AP, has joined Murphy Company as senior engineer, design-build. read more.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!
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